Posts about STEM/STEAM
Bringing the Profile of an AI-Ready Graduate to Life Through Instructional Practice & Routines
As artificial intelligence reshapes our world, educators are called to prepare students not just with technical skills, but with the curiosity, creativity, and human-centered abilities to thrive alongside it. This
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Building Bright Futures Through Career-Connected Learning in Elementary Mathematics
Connecting math instruction to real-world careers in the early grades helps students build confidence, curiosity, and a strong sense of purpose in their learning. This blog explores how career-connected learning
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Empowering Young Mathematicians Through Real-World Performance Tasks
A former elementary school teacher shares how using Defined Learning’s Backpack Designer performance task transformed her math instruction by making learning relevant, engaging, and deeply connected to real-world applications.
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Why Teachers Need to Start Using ChatGPT ASAP
Curious about how ChatGPT can be used in education? This blog explores how the powerful AI tool is transforming classrooms—helping teachers create customized lesson materials, supporting English Language Learners,
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5 AI Tools to Boost Engagement at the End of the School Year
As the school year comes to a close, educators often face the challenge of maintaining student engagement while managing increased responsibilities. This article explores five AI-powered tools that can help
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Building a Future-Focused Blueprint Part 3: Transferring Career-Connected Professional Learning Experiences into Authentic Student Learning
Dive into student experiences and instructional models to help you implement learning activities related to careers and career connections in the classroom to prepare all students for future success in
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Unlocking Potential: How Project-Based Learning Transforms Education
Explore how project-based learning transforms education by engaging students in meaningful, collaborative work that showcases their strengths and fosters essential life skills. Through real classroom experiences, Melissa Antinoff, Gifted and
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Building Future-Ready Students: Embracing AI, Adaptability, & Innovation in Education
To prepare students for the rapidly evolving technological landscape, educators must prioritize future-ready skills like critical thinking, adaptability, collaboration, digital literacy, and more. Learn how to integrate AI, computational thinking,
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From Cheating Tool to Learning Partner: A Blueprint for PBL-AI Solutions
AI is reshaping education, raising concerns about academic integrity while also presenting opportunities for deeper engagement. Learn how to integrate AI as a collaborative tool rather than a shortcut utilizing
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Empowering the Future: Celebrating Women's History Month in the Classroom
Women's History Month is a time to honor the achievements of women throughout history and empower students to explore their own potential by learning about influential women in
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